Mental Health Today Show | Mental Wellness & Overthinking

Are you struggling with social anxiety? If so, you’re not alone. According to the Social Anxiety Disorder Association, social phobia is the third largest mental health issue in the entire world - about 7% of the world's population! Social anxiety can affect all people regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity. It doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor, well-educated or under-educated. And yet, on...

Do you have an inner critic? That voice in your head that condemns just about everything you do when you make a mistake - blaming, criticizing, and belittling your every thought and action? The negative thought cycle goes around and around, leaving you feeling discouraged and defeated. You become your worst enemy. It's time to stop calling yourself names and tearing yourself down. The inner cr...

When it comes to following through on good intentions, it can be even harder for someone with ADHD. We all have moments when getting sidetracked can be all too easy, but when you have ADHD, you may find yourself struggling to focus and stay on track, no matter how hard you try. Organization and deadlines can be a nightmare for someone with ADHD, as the brain is wired to take in so much information...

In this episode, John talks about how to have extremely healthy communication in relationships. Learn what to do the next time you get into an argument. Want to be a rockstar in your relationship? Learn how to have healthy communication. Most couples need guidance on how to have healthy communication and John lays out the rule rules that will take your relationship to the next level. Listen to thi...

In this episode of the JCS, John talks to Chez Barbosa from True Vine Counseling about finding your identity after a life crisis. Many times people who experience a major life crisis such as a divorce, a death of a loved one, a job loss, or a move to a new city, can have a crisis of identity. Questions like, "Who am I?" "What is my purpose?" or even questioning one's very exist...

Health insurance is expensive and it makes sense to use your insurance for your next counseling session, but before you do, keep listening about why you may want to reconsider using your insurance for counseling. As a licensed therapist, I see clients who use their insurance to help cover their sessions with me, but I have more clients who don't use their insurance. Reasons to use your insuran...

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably experienced negative thoughts at one point or another. It can be difficult to stay positive and look on the bright side when life throws you a curveball.  It’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of negative thinking which can affect our well-being and how we see the world. It can be overwhelming when life throws us a curveball, but by reframing our negative th...

Panic attacks can be absolutely terrifying experiences that many people mistakenly assume are heart attacks. It's not uncommon to experience racing heartbeats, feeling sweaty, chest tightening, and feeling light-headed. These are all indicators of a panic attack and can take a toll on your work, school, and day-to-day life.  When it comes to managing panic attacks, there are many different app...

Karen Tripp is the founder and president of Cancer Companions, a ministry that provides Christian support to families affected by cancer. As a Marriage and Family Therapist and a daughter of a colon cancer survivor, Karen brings a unique perspective to the work of Cancer Companions. Cancer can be incredibly isolating, and Cancer Companions aims to bridge the gap between those battling cancer and t...

Are you and your spouse feeling like your marriage is on the rocks? Does it feel like you two are constantly fighting? Many couples find themselves in this situation and can feel like there's no way out.  In this episode, I provide 10 insights for failing marriages that can help you and your partner fix things and get back on track.  1. It's more important to resolve a conflict than to win...

Anxiety is a normal emotion that we all experience at some point in our lives. It can help us to stay safe and alert in times of danger and to keep us from making reckless decisions. But, when it is too strong, it can make us feel unsafe. I talk about different types of anxiety such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD), Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder (S...

Do you get angry easily? Have people said you have an anger problem? If so, you are not alone. Many people struggle with anger and it can lead to serious problems in their lives. When it comes to anger, everyone expresses it differently. However, there are signs that may indicate that you have an anger problem. Here are 5 signs you may have an anger problem: 1. You react too quickly. If you find y...

We all have a story to tell and today I'm talking about how I started on my own as a therapist. My journey began back in college when I was determined to be the next David Letterman. I chose to go to the same university as him and graduated with a degree in radio and TV production. After college, I had my sights set on a career in entertainment, and I pursued it with a passion. However, life h...

Welcome to the first episode of my podcast show! I’m John Cordray and I’m a licensed therapist and entrepreneur. I’d like to take a few moments to talk about the three Cognitive Zones and how we can get into what I call ‘The Green Zone’. Each of us experiences certain levels of emotions throughout the day. Whether we’re feeling angry, anxious, or happy, these are our Cognitive Zones. The first zon...